Grace Liang Architecture & Design Portfolio Fall 2021 [OUTDATED]

GRACE LIANG ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN PORTFOLIO

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PERSEPHONE’S GARDEN

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GO GO GALÁPAGOS

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RED SNAKE

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TD (2)

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GHOUSE

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OTHER WORKS

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CONTENTS

CURRICULUM VITAE

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HELLO THERE! MY NAME IS GRACE

LIANG.

I am a second year student at the University of Waterloo School of Architecture in Cambridge, Ontario.

As a designer and artist, most of my ideas and graphic styles are inspired by various art movements and artists.

I am always on the lookout for new challenges to further develop my skills and education. I hope through working with you, I can demonstrate my passion while contributing to your success.

I hope you enjoy this collection of work!

INTERESTS: PAINTING & DRAWING JEWELRY MAKING FILM & DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY GRAPHIC DESIGN FASHION DANCE CONTACT: GRACELIANG23@GMAIL.COM +1 (647) 960 1886 TORONTO/CAMBRIDGE, ONTARIO 4

2020 - Present Cambridge, Ontario

2016 - 2020 Toronto, Ontario

EXPERIENCE Nov 2020 - Present Toronto, Ontario

Aug 2021 Toronto, Ontario

May 2021 - Sept 2021 Cambridge, Ontario

Sept 2018 - Jun 2020 Toronto, Ontario

May 2018 - Apr 2019 North York Centre Toronto, Ontario

DISTINCTIONS 2020-Present

UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE • Candidate for Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS)

EARL HAIG SECONDARY SCHOOL

• Ontario Secondary Diploma, Honour Roll • Claude Watson Arts Program: Visual Arts Major

CO-FOUNDER: GOODLUCK JEWELRY COMPANY • • • •

designed, sourced, and hand-made jewelry created advertisements (graphics, photos, videos) for various social media platforms and website engaged with customers through email inquires and instagram promotions which increased sales packaged and shipped over 200 orders across Canada

ARCHITECTURAL INTERN: JASON FUNG ARCHITECT INC.

• created 3d models, drawings and renderings for various projects on AutoCad, Enscape, and SketchUp • assisted on site visits, meetings and the design process • hand-modelled a residential project

ORIENTATION LEADER: UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO

• created faculty intro videos, event promotions, and managed social platforms to engage with students

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: YEARBOOK • • • •

communicated between students, photographers, editors, staff, and printing company representatives lead weekly meetings to ensure all due dates are met and the timeline is followed designed and organized the layout, graphics, and aesthetics of the book organized yearbook distribution for over 2,000 students

CREW MEMBER: BOOSTER JUICE

CURRICULUM VITAE

EDUCATION

• engaged in customer service • prepared drinks and food in a fast-paced environment • ensured closing and opening procedures

EXCELLENT ACADEMIC STANDING • maintained an average above 80%

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CHRISTOPHER DEAN MORAN MEMORIAL AWARD • awarded to one Waterloo architecture student with most outstanding entrance portfolio

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SADIE MARISON VISUAL ART AWARD • awarded to a graduating student in the TDSB who excelled in the visual arts

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UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO MERIT SCHOLARSHIP • obtained an entrance average of 85%- 89.9%

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SELECTED WORK DISPLAYED AT WILLOWDALE YOUTH ARTS FESTIVAL • pieces include: “Oranges On Sale”

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CITIZENSHIP AWARD • recognition for extensive involvement at Earl Haig Secondary School through extra-curriculars

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CLAUDE WATSON VISUAL ARTS AWARD

• awarded to one student who excelled in the program and made an impact within the arts community 2018, 2019

SELECTED WORK DISPLAYED AT TWIST GALLERY • pieces include: “16 years of Car Travel”, “02 Bees”, and “Aquarium painting”

SKILLS

DIGITAL

Revit AutoCad SketchUp Rhinoceros 6/7 Enscape Lumion

Adobe Suite (Ps, Ai, Id, Lr, An, Pr) Microsoft Office Corona Grasshopper Autodesk Recap

ANALOGUE

Hand drafting Model Making Laser Cutting Photography (Film & Digital) CNC Milling 3D Printing

LANGUAGES

English Cantonese (Conversational)

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September 24, 2021

Re: Letter of Recommendation for Grace Liang

To whom it may concern With this letter, I wish to highly recommend Grace Liang for a co-op work placement and to be an active participant on your design team.

During the summer of 2021, I have had the pleasure of providing a part-time internship placement for Grace. At the studio, Grace was eager to learn and maintained a positive attitude during all of her tasks. On site, and when meeting with contractors and clients, Grace was attentive and a keen observer of the surrounding context.

Grace also has strong technical and artistic skill. I have no doubt that she will perform at a high-level during her co-op work placement. With further guidance and support at your firm, I am confident that Grace will be a productive contributor to your design team.

If you have any further questions, you are welcome to contact me by phone or email.

With warm regards, Regards, JASON FUNG ARCHITECT INC.

___________________________ Jason Fung, OAA, M.Arch., MRAIC.

JASON FUNG ARCHITECT INC. 675 King St W, Unit 211 Toronto ON M5V 1M9 www.jasonfungarchitect.com jason@jasonfung.ca 647 948 9176 x3

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PROJECT: LIBRARY +

LOCATION: TORONTO, ONTARIO

PERSEPHONE’S GARDEN As an extention of the landscape, specifically the Joel Weeks Park, Persephone’s Garden is a library + garden and kitchen which supports local sustainable food production and businesses. Highlighting its central courtyard, Persephone’s Garden is simply an urban building with an outdoor space within.

During warmer months, the library’s courtyard allows community gardening. While in the winter, plants can be transported indoors as the visibility of the sun peeks through the east. This method of gardening allows fresh produce to be brought straight to the community kitchen or to local markets which encourages environmentally friendly activities while supporting its own community altogether.

As timber and glass are the two main materials used, it allows total visibility and visual connections throughout the entire building. It also provides a view of the Don Valley River and the Joel Weeks Park. The library also features a cafe, various relaxation spaces, and shelves for cookbooks and plant storage.

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1B DESIGN STUDIO

INSTRUCTORS: JESSICA HANZELKOVA & CAMERON PARKIN

SOFTWARE: RHINO 7, ENSCAPE, ADOBE PS, AI, IN

INDIVIDUAL PROJECT

WINTER 2021

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SITE PLAN

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ALOE VERA THYME OREGANO CHIVES GREEN ONION SPINACH ROSEMARY BASIL CEROPEGIA WOODII FERN

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STRAWBERRIES BROCCOLI PUMPKIN TOMATOES SQUASH CARROTS GARLIC PEPPERS BLUEBERRIES BEANS

SOUTH SITE ELEVATION 11

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SECOND FLOOR PLAN

GROUND PLAN

THIRD FLOOR PLAN 13

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UNFOLDED DIAGRAM SHOWING VIEWS AROUND THE COURTYARD 15

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ISOMETRIC MODEL

KITCHEN

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SECTION AA

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PROJECT: OASIS

LOCATION: PUERTO AYORA, GALÁPAGOS

GO GO GALÁPAGOS Situated on the coast of Puerto Ayora, a vibrant and research-oriented town in the Galápagos Islands, Go Go Galápagos aims to uncover the mysteries of sea, earth, and sky - much like evolutionist Charles Darwin. Go Go Galápagos places emphasis on environmental building design, incorporating sustainable HVAC and water systems into its envelope and structure. The building uses island vernacular and modern construction techniques to best fit Puerto Ayora’s hot equatorial climate. Three researchers, a marine biologist, a botanist, and a meteorologist converge in the centre’s main building to sleep, eat, and connect, then dispere into their respective research huts to conduct experiments in their field of study.

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1B ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN

INSTRUCTOR: ANNA BEZNOGOVA

SOFTWARE: RHINO 7, ENSCAPE, ADOBE PS, AI, IN

COLLABORATOR: AVINA GONEN

WINTER 2021

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CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH CENTRE

PUERTO AYORA

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SITE PLAN

BAMBOO CLADDING | 100MM GYPSUM BOARD |13MM DENSELY PACKED CELLULOSE INSULATION | 200MM AIR/VAPOUR BARRIER WOVEN BAMBOO GRID SHEET | 20MM BAMBOO PURLIN | 100MM RADIANT BARRIER BAMBOO ROOF CLADDING | 100MM

RAIN GUTTER DOUBLE GLAZING

RECLAIMED WOOD PANELLING | 50 MM GYPSUM BOARD | 19MM DENSELY PACKED CELLULOSE INSULATION | 150MM AIR/VAPOUR BARRIER WOVEN BAMBOO GRID SHEET | 20MM RECLAIMED WOOD SIDING | 50MM

STEEL TIES TIMBER LINK

FLOOR JOIST

RECLAIMED WOOD CLADDING | 35MM GYPSUM BOARD | 13MM DENSELY PACKED CELLULOSE INSULATION | 200MM AIR/ VAPOUR BARRIER POLYISOCYANURATE INSULATION | 35MM RECLAIMED PLYWOOD | 19MM GYPSUM CONCRETE | 19MM FLATTENED BAMBOO FLOORING | 20MM TREATED WOOD POST TIMBER LINK CONCRETE PIER STEEL TIES CONRETE FOOTING PACKED SAND

UNDISTURBED SOIL

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LEGEND 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

ENTRANCE OUTDOOR RAINWATER COLLECTION & WATER TREATMENT ROOM MARINE RESEARCH ROOM KITCHEN & DINING INDOOR WATER & ENERGY STORAGE GEOLOGY RESEARCH ROOM BEDROOM BATHROOM ASTROLOGY RESEARCH ROOM

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SOUTH-WEST ELEVATION

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SECTION AA

SYSTEMS DIAGRAM 27

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EXTERIOR

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COMPETITION: 20TH CISC ARCHITECTURAL STEEL COMPETITION

1B BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

LOCATION: VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA

RED SNAKE Red Snake looks to emulate the linear eastern asian night market typology. The linear canopy is a l-shaped covering located in Shanghai Alley, a historical street in Chinatown, Vancouver B.C. Red Snake emulates the skeleton of a snake. It is in reference to the famous chinese folklore story of the White Snake, a symbol of good harvest, health, and its ability to bring together families and communities. The canopy’s symbolic form engages the surrounding Chinatown community through its cultural reference to the community’s historical Chinese diaspora and its market program.

The structure is supported in tension by eight curved towers which evokes the maw of a snake.

The canopy consists of a curved i-beam central spine with steel plate ribs reaching down from its centre. The whole carapace is covered in a steel mesh and polyester sheet providing shading and protection from the outdoor environment.

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CHINATOWN VANCOUVER SHOPPING MALL

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INSTRUCTORS: CAMERON PARKIN & JUSTIN BREG

SOFTWARE: RHINO 7, ENSCAPE, ADOBE PS, AI, IN

COLLABORATOR: ALEX BAE

WINTER 2021

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SITE PLAN

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NORTH-EAST ELEVATION

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1. MARKETPLACE 2. SEATING AREA 3. FOOD COURT 4. WASHROOMS 5. BIKE RACKS

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ROOF PLAN

STEEL TYPE, CONNECTION, AND FINISHES DIAGRAM

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PROJECT: PAVILLION

LOCATION: TORONTO, ONTARIO

TD (2) Blending itself into the urban fabric of Toronto’s financial district, particularly the existing TD buildings, TD(2) takes a satirical approach to Van Der Rohe’s International Style. Criticizing the typical 9-5 work culture, the roating doors on the interior of the spcae represent the work done inside these adjacent buildings: life draining, often repetitive tasks. After quite literally pushing through the routine, as break is found through a central courtyard, which includes seating and a staircase leading to the upper floor. Viewers of the upper floor can watch those below them as they follow their menial routine, while they enjoy the open air, and escape from the ‘boxed in’ reality of their work environment.

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2A DESIGN STUDIO

INSTRUCTOR: RICK HALDENBY

SOFTWARE: RHINO 7, ENSCAPE, ADOBE PS, AI, IN

COLLABORATORS: DANNY PANG & LIAM ENGEL

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FINANCIAL DISTRICT

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TORONTO, ONTARIO

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SECTION AA

2ND FLOOR

AXONOMETRIC & MATERIALITY

INTERIOR

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PROJECT: HIGH RISE

LOCATION: KITCHENER, ONTARIO

GHOUSE GHouse is a remodel of the existing building located on 53 Water Street North in Kitchener, Ontario. It brings the aspect of living in a spacious suburban house, but within a compact building complex. As Kitchener’s population will be increasing, homes for students and young adults will be needed as multiple post-secondary schools and workplaces are close-by.

GHouse provides their residents with a grand community garden on every two floors and an exterior accessway that brings each unit towards the closest garden. This outdoor program provides the space that is needed in many building apartments.

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2A DESIGN STUDIO

INSTRUCTOR: RICK HALDENBY

SOFTWARE: RHINO 7, ENSCAPE, ADOBE PS, AI, IN

INDIVIDUAL PROJECT

FALL 2021

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UPPER LEVEL PLAN

LEGEND 1 BEDROOM UNIT: A, B, C, 3 BEDROOM UNIT: D, E, F, G, COMMUNITY GARDEN: H

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LOWER LEVEL PLAN

AXONOMETRIC

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AXONOMETRIC &SECTION VIEWPOINTS AA 49

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OTHER WORKS SELF-PORTRAIT, ACRYLIC ON KETTLE

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HANDS DRAWING, GRAPHITE ON PAPER

LIFE DRAWING: CHARCOAL ON PAPER

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DRESSED IN NIGHT: EMBROIDERY ON PAPER

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GRACE LIANG

GRACELIANG23@GMAIL.COM +1 (647) 960 1886 TORONTO/CAMBRIDGE, ONTARIO